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Regardless of the finish, that over the Caspian in my book.
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Thanks to all for the input. Having lusted over
many photos of Heirloom pistols, I'm certainly not going to question this opinion.
Now, I just need to think about changing the plan a bit. The only frame change I really "need" is the beavertail. Maybe I'll try to install one and re-polish the (relatively) small area I affect. Once I see those results, I'll decide on the rest of the plan.
In the meantime, I also found a Commander-length slide in another box. No logos or rollmark--which makes me happy--but also no markings of any kind, anywhere, so I have no idea who made it (which doesn't make me happy).
It's kind of a mess (was once blued, but also had some paint on it), but looks good where it counts. No cracks, and the rails, lugs and breech face look very good.
I'll need to outsource the machining (flatten/serrate and dovetails), but maybe I can flatten and clean up the sides well enough that it'll look good in deep blue.
If nothing else, it'll be a good exercise in patience!
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The plan will evolve, but at least I know where I'm starting.
Now all I need is lots of time!
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